Run The Riot Podcast
by David TheRiot
Run The Riot Podcast is a podcast dedicated to ultrarunning, ultra runners, trail runners, and endurance athletes, their mindset, methods, and accomplishments. Check out our website at http://www.theriot.run Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtheriotpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runtheriot
Episodes
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EP196 - 100 Marathons, A World Record, and the Courage to Stop: Croix Sather
What happens when the toughest decision you've ever made isn't to keep going, but to stop? Croix Sather has spent much of his life doing things most people wouldn't even consider attempting. After surviving a devastating accident at 14 years old that left him in a coma for four days, Croix...
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EP195 - Train Your Mind for the Miles: Holly Grahn on Hypnotherapy, Mindset & the Divide 200
What if one of the most important parts of your ultramarathon training isn't another long run, hill workout, or strength session? What if it's training your mind? In this episode of Run the Riot, I sit down with ultrarunner, clinical hypnotherapist, mindset coach, and NLP practitioner Holly…
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EP194 - He Died Surfing. 15 Months Later, He Finished the Moab 240 | Patrick Yalon
Patrick Yalon’s story is one of the wildest comeback stories we’ve had on Run the Riot. In July 2024, Patrick went surfing at Ocean Beach in San Francisco. A freak accident drove his head into a sandbar, leaving him face-down in the water and completely unable to move. His friend John eventually...
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EP193 - Stop Chasing the Strava Time: Josh Sprague on Adventure, Fueling & Going Long
What happens when you stop chasing finish lines and start chasing experiences? In this episode of Run the Riot, I sit down with Josh Sprague, founder of Orange Mud, for a conversation about ultrarunning, adventure racing, hydration, fueling, gear, strength, and why our relationship with endurance...
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EP192 - Count the Cost. Finish the Mission. - Marine Veteran Jon Sheldon
What does it take to keep moving when everything inside you wants to quit? This week I sit down with Jon Sheldon, Marine Corps veteran, leadership coach, and founder of BelleauWood Coaching. Although Jon doesn't coach ultrarunners, the principles he teaches apply directly to running, business,...
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Ep191 - Running for More Than Miles | Matt Lamos on Purpose, 100-Milers & Down With Running
Sometimes an ultramarathon is about much more than the finish line. In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, I sit down with ultrarunner Matt Lamos to talk about how running became the catalyst for rebuilding his life after a difficult season, why suffering on the trail teaches lessons that...
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MWM Episode 96 - When Backing off is Moving Forward
In this Midweek Motivation, we explore the importance of knowing when to back off in your training. Sometimes, the challenge isn't about pushing harder, but about listening to your body and making smart decisions. Key takeaways: * Recognize when to rest: Pushing through pain can lead to injury. *...
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MWM Episode 95 - Its Hot! - Earn Your Fall Fitness
As temperatures rise and summer training settles in, many runners find themselves asking the same question: "Why am I so much slower than I was a few months ago?" In this Midweek Motivation episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, ultrarunner and ultrarunning coach David Theriot shares an important...
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MWM Episode 94 - The Weight of the Goal
Big goals are heavy. In this Midweek Motivation episode, David Theriot shares what training for the Bigfoot 200 is really feeling like about 75 days out from race day. The miles are increasing, life is still moving fast, and the challenge is becoming more than just physical. This episode is an...
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MWM Episode 93 - Don't Quit in the Middle
In this episode, David Theriot shares insights on pushing through the middle of challenges, using the analogy of running a race to motivate listeners to stay consistent and disciplined in their pursuits. http://www.theriot.run
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MWM Episode 92 - Doing What it Takes
This week the mileage is going up. More running. More lifting. A midweek double. Early mornings when it would be easier to stay in bed. And if I’m being honest… it’s inconvenient. That’s the part most people don’t talk about. We all like the idea of big goals—running your first ultra, pushing...
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MWM Episode 91 - Don't Listen to That Voice
That voice will show up. “Just give up.” In this episode, David shares a real, honest moment from a sleepless night filled with worry—and the familiar whisper that tries to convince us to quit. Whether it’s in the middle of a long run or a difficult season of life, the battle is often not...
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MWM Episode 90 - Show Up Anyway
In this episode, David shares insights from his recent 50K race, emphasizing the importance of showing up regardless of conditions, testing yourself, and building discipline over perfection. He discusses how consistency in training and life leads to long-term growth and success. Keywords:...
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EP 190 - From Back Surgery to Boston: Ryane Broussard’s 20-Year Goal
In this episode of Run the Riot, David sits down with Ryane Broussard, a driven runner, mom of four, and woman of faith who chased one goal for nearly two decades: qualifying for the Boston Marathon. But Ryane’s path wasn’t a straight line. After a sudden back injury left her unable to feel or...
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MWM Episode 89 - Relentless Forward Progress
Relentless Forward Progress isn’t just an ultrarunning principle — it’s a blueprint for the Christian life. In this Midweek Motivation episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, David shares how the mindset that carries you through mile 80 of a 100-miler is the same mindset that builds spiritual...
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EP189 - The Long Game: Injury, Identity, and the Ultrarunner’s Comeback - Melanie Mathews
In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, David sits down with ultrarunner Melanie Mathews for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about grit, setbacks, and what it really takes to stay in the game of ultrarunning. Melanie’s running story starts long before ultra racing. Growing up on a...
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MWM Episode 88 - Stop Waiting Until You're Ready
In this episode of the Run the Riot podcast, David Theriot discusses the common trap of waiting until one feels ready to take action. He emphasizes that readiness is often a feeling that can delay progress, and instead encourages listeners to take action to build momentum. Through personal...
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EP188 - When FKTs Break You (and Make You Stronger): Katie Gunvalson
In this episode of Run the Riot, David sits down with Katie Gunvalson, an ultrarunner known less for traditional races and more for her relentless pursuit of Fastest Known Time (FKT) efforts. Katie shares her journey from road marathons to multi-day ultrarunning challenges that test not just...
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EP187 - Built by Consistency: Chris Avery’s Ultra Journey
On this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, ultrarunner and coach David Theriot sits down with Chris Avery, an ultrarunner on a mission that sounds impossible at first glance: running an ultra marathon every day for an entire year while circumnavigating the perimeter of the United States. What...
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MWM Episode 87 - Building Your Pain Cave
In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, we discuss the concept of the 'pain cave' in ultra running, inspired by a conversation with Philip Klinkner. We emphasize the importance of mental preparation and creating a supportive environment before facing challenging races. We share insights on…
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EP186 - Executing the Vision: Phillip Klinkner’s Road to the Badger Slam and 200 Miles
In this episode, we catch up with ultrarunner Phillip Klinkner, a blue-collar beast who’s chasing big goals, grinding out tough training blocks, and trusting the process as he heads into a huge year of ultra racing. From battling brutal foot issues at Hennepin 100, to a breakout 17:10 performance...
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MWM Episode 86 - The Skill Every Ultrarunner Needs in the New Year
The Skill Every Ultrarunner Needs in the New Year The start of a new year brings motivation, fresh goals, and big plans—but for ultrarunners, that energy can be a double-edged sword. In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, we talk about one of the most important (and overlooked) skills in...
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MWM Episode 85 - Choose Joy
Life doesn’t always give us a choice in what happens — but it does give us a choice in how we respond. In this Midweek Motivation, we talk about what it really means to choose joy, even when life feels heavy. Not pretending things are easy. Not ignoring pain. But choosing gratitude, perspective,...
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EP185 - Still Competitive After 25 Years of Ultrarunning - Jeff Browning
Jeff “Bronco Billy” Browning returns to the Run the Riot podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on staying competitive in ultrarunning for decades, not just seasons. From rebuilding after tendonitis to preparing for Cocodona 250 and another run at Western States, Jeff shares practical insight...
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EP184 - Chasing Miles, Not Perfection: Mason Phillips on Moab 240 and Learning as You Go
This week on the Run the Riot Podcast, we’re hanging out with ultrarunner Mason Phillips — and what a story this guy brings to the trail! From growing up in California to working remote trail systems in Alaska, Mason’s path to ultrarunning is as rugged and adventurous as the mountains he trains…
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MWM Episode 84 - More Than the Miles
This week, we’re talking about something most of us don’t slow down long enough to consider — identity. Not the surface-level kind. The deep, heart-level “who am I, really?” kind. A moment at a men’s retreat opened my eyes to how quickly we define ourselves (and others) by what we do. Someone...
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EP183 - Burgers, Blisters, and the Mammoth 200 – With Chad Bruce
Chad Bruce is back on the podcast, and this time he’s fresh off the Mammoth 200 — 200+ miles through the high country of the Eastern Sierras. From long stretches of soul-sucking gravel to alpine climbs and a thunderstorm finish that tested every ounce of grit, Chad takes us inside what it really...
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MWM Episode 83 - The Comeback
Welcome back, friends! After a busy season, it’s time for a reset. Today isn’t about perfection — it’s about taking the next step. What we talk about: When life gets full and priorities shift Why stopping for a season doesn’t mean failure Recap: a powerful men’s retreat and lessons on identity...
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EP182 - The OFM Advantage: Fuel Less, Go Farther with Peter Defty
In this episode of Run the Riot, we reconnect with Peter Defty, a pioneering force behind the fat-adapted movement in endurance sports. Peter is the man behind Vespa and OFM (Optimized Fat Metabolism), and today, he shares powerful insights into how ultrarunners can unlock performance, recover...
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EP181 - Stacking 200s! Andrea Moore on Racing Multiple 200+ Mile Races Back-to-Back
In this episode of Run the Riot, ultrarunner Andrea Moore shares how a post-Boston road runner became a desert-loving, mountain-climbing 200-miler—finding joy, grit, and community along the way. We talk about the fire-shortened Oregon 200 experience, redemption arcs at Moab 240 and Tahoe 200, and...
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MWM Episode 82 - One Sentence Can Change Everything
Ever feel stuck? Like you’ve drifted too far off course and don’t know how to get back? In this Midweek Motivation, we talk about the power of one sentence — and how it can be the spark that changes everything. Inspired by Run the Riot athlete Phil Klinkner, this short episode unpacks the moment…
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EP180 - Chris Ange - Swamps, Spiders, and Sweat
In this episode of Run the Riot, we sit down with Christopher Ange from Sulphur, Louisiana. Chris shares his journey from growing up in Lake Charles surrounded by Cajun and Sicilian culture to becoming a passionate ultrarunner and race director. We talk about: His early days running the Crescent...
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EP179 - Phil Klinkner - They Used to Call Him “Fatty” — He Just Ran 100 Miles
In this episode of Run the Riot, we dive deep into the powerful story of Phil Klinkner, an everyday guy with an extraordinary mindset. From growing up with the nickname "Fatty" to transforming into a determined ultrarunner who finished the Badger 100, Phil’s journey is raw, real, and undeniably...
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MWM Episode 81 - You're Closer Than You Think
Feeling stuck in your training? Wondering if all those miles and early mornings are actually getting you anywhere? In this episode of Midweek Motivation, I’ll remind you that you’re further than you think — in running and in life. We’ll talk about: Why progress often feels invisible until you…
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EP178 -The Wolf Runs Far: Jackson Wolf on Badwater 135, 200-Milers, and Mental Strength
This week on the Run the Riot Podcast, we’re joined by ultrarunner and ultrarunning coach Jackson Wolf, fresh off the legendary Badwater 135. We catch up with Jackson as he bounces between major ultras, pacing gigs, and planning his next adventures, including new races with Rougarou Running....
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MWM Episode 80 - Plan, but Pivot if you Need to
Ever had a race—or a life plan—go sideways? You laid out the spreadsheets, packed the drop bags, prepped the fuel… and then something unexpected knocked it all off course? In today’s Midweek Motivation, we’re talking about the power of planning—and the wisdom of pivoting. Coach David Theriot…
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MWM Episode 80 - Plan, but Pivot if you Need to
Ever had a race—or a life plan—go sideways? You laid out the spreadsheets, packed the drop bags, prepped the fuel… and then something unexpected knocked it all off course? In today’s Midweek Motivation, we’re talking about the power of planning—and the wisdom of pivoting. Coach David Theriot…
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EP177 - Cam Ridley: Building Strength and Heart for the Long Run
In this episode of Run the Riot, we hang out with Cam Riddle, a passionate strength coach who's making a difference in the ultrarunning world—without running ultras himself! Cam brings years of experience from the private and collegiate strength and conditioning world and shares how he’s now...
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MWM Episode 79 - Try it Now or Regret it Later
You wouldn’t walk into a job interview without practicing your answers… so why would you show up to race day without testing your gear, your fuel, and your mindset? In this Midweek Motivation episode, David breaks down why your long run isn’t “just another Saturday” — it’s your dress rehearsal…
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MWM Episode 78 - The Fire that Forms you
Why do we run from pain? In this Midweek Motivation, we talk about how pain isn’t your enemy—it’s your invitation to growth and purpose. Hear how ultrarunner Sean Rowe turned a health crisis into a life of meaning, running, and giving back. Whether you’re facing a tough workout, a setback in…
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EP176 - Muscle Meets Mileage: Breaking the Mold with Sean Rowe
In this powerful episode of Run the Riot, we sit down with Sean Rowe—an inspiring ultrarunner who's living proof that transformation is possible at any stage in life. Sean opens up about his journey from nightclub promoter to endurance athlete, detailing how a health scare at 42 sparked a…
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EP175 - No Stoplights, No Excuses: Running Home with Suzan Brydon
In this episode of Run the Riot, we catch up with ultrarunner Suzan Brydon, who’s currently 19 days into a massive and meaningful mission—running over 1,920 miles across the American Discovery Trail as part of a community health initiative supported by her employer, The Cigna Group. This isn’t…
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MWM Episode 77 - Boring Miles Matter
In this episode of Midweek Motivation, David gets real about the kind of training that doesn’t get likes on social media — the cold, quiet, ordinary miles. You know, the ones where you lace up before dawn, even when you're tired, sore, or just not feeling it. He reminds us why boring runs are the...
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EP174 - Heat, Hills, and Hypoxic Masks: Amanda Lynch's Path from Southern States 200 to Western States 100
In this episode of Run the Riot, we catch up with an incredible ultrarunner and returning guest — Amanda Lynch! It's been a few years since Amanda last joined us, and she’s been busy stacking up strong finishes and incredible experiences. From winning first female at the Loup Garou 100 to…
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EP173 - No Shortcuts, Just Miles: Matt Pruitt’s Ouachita Trail FKT Run
In this episode of Run the Riot, we sit down with Matt Pruitt, who recently achieved the supported Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the 223-mile Ouachita Trail, spanning Oklahoma to Arkansas. That’s right—Matt didn’t just try it. He got it done. Matt walks us through every gritty, inspiring detail of...
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EP172 - State Records & Stroller Runs: Angela Smith's Record-Breaking Run at the Prairie Spirit 100!
In this episode of Run the Riot, we sit down with Angela Smith, an amazing ultrarunner and mother who recently set the Kansas state record for the 100-mile race at Prairie Spirit 100. Angela’s journey from her first ultra race to conquering this major milestone is nothing short of impressive. We...
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EP171 - Chased, Lost, and Hallucinating Dragons: Leah Vincent’s Ultra Adventures
On this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, we sit down with Leah Vincent, an adventurous ultrarunner, backpacker, and all-around endurance junkie. From hiking the John Muir Trail to tackling Moab 240, Leah shares her wild journey of overcoming extreme conditions, hallucinations, and the...
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MWM Episode 76 - The Finish Line is Worth It
The Finish Line is Worth It – Why You Should Keep Going, Even When It’s Hard Every race has a moment when quitting feels like the best option. The pain sets in, the miles drag on, and the finish line feels impossibly far away. But here’s the truth—the struggle is temporary, but the finish line...
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EP170 - Becca Pizzi - Seven Marathons. Seven Continents. Seven Days. Twice!
Becca Pizzi is an endurance legend. The first American woman to complete the World Marathon Challenge, she went back and set a new Guinness World Record for the fastest time. In this episode of Run the Riot, we talk about: Training for seven back-to-back marathons Running in Antarctica and Africa...
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EP169 - Perseverance, Pacing, and Pain: Jen Johnson's Sub 24 hr. 100 Mile Debut at Rocky Raccoon
In this episode of Run the Riot, we sit down with Run the Riot athlete Jen Johnson to talk about her inspiring journey to conquer her first 100-mile ultramarathon at the iconic Rocky Raccoon 100. From her early days running loops around her neighborhood as a kid to lining up at one of the most...
About this show
Run The Riot Podcast is a podcast dedicated to ultrarunning, ultra runners, trail runners, and endurance athletes, their mindset, methods, and accomplishments. Check out our website at http://www.theriot.run Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtheriotpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runtheriot
Hosted by
David TheRiot